SESSION 2 in the webinar series “Crisis Management for African Business Leaders” is titled “Liquidity – Managing Cash Flow When Revenue & Funding Dry Up.” This session is led by Kunle Elebute, Chair of KPMG Africa, and focuses on strategies for managing liquidity challenges in the face of decreased revenue and funding during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The session features a panel of seasoned financial leaders who will share their expertise on maintaining cash flow and financial stability in these challenging times:
- Welela Dawit, CFO of GE Africa, will discuss strategies for managing corporate finances and ensuring liquidity in a rapidly changing economic environment.
- Admassu Tadesse, President and Chief Executive of the Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank (TDB), will provide insights on regional financial strategies and the role of development banks in supporting businesses.
- Sim Tshabalala, Group Chief Executive of SBG and Executive Director of SBSA, will share his perspective on maintaining financial health and navigating the liquidity challenges faced by businesses across Africa.
This session is part of a timely and valuable video conference series produced by Africa.com in partnership with faculty from Harvard Business School. The series aims to address the unprecedented humanitarian and economic crisis caused by COVID-19, equipping African business leaders with the tools and strategies needed to manage through these difficult times.